Fri.Nov 13, 2020

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How To Safely Use Sealants and Coatings During Construction

Construction Marketing

There are many different types of sealants and coatings used in building construction. When applying sealants and coatings to any surface, you need to make sure that you’re following the standard safety guidelines. Take a look at the following safety tips below that you should keep in mind when using sealants and coatings for your project. . Make Sure You’re Wearing The Right Safety Gear.

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Why the Location in Construction Litigation Matters

Construction Business Owner

Why the Location in Construction Litigation Matters. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 12:40. Pennsylvania contractors may believe they can rely on the terms of the Pennsylvania Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act (CASPA) to ensure a Pennsylvania forum for any disputes arising out of construction occurring in Pennsylvania. However, in light of recent precedent, this reliance may be misplaced.

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Building with Textile-Reinforced Concrete: Important Properties and Advantages

The Constructor

Textile-reinforced concrete (TRC) or fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) is a composite concrete material that employs textile reinforcement.

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Tax shortfalls nip government projects in the bud

BD+C

During most economic downturns, the government sector “is a source of stability,” observes Bob Peck, Gensler’s Principal and Global Practice Area Leader–Government and Defense. Dave Barr, a Vice President with Burns & McDonnell’s Federal Group, agrees, noting that government, like manufacturers and utilities, “must continue to design, build, operate, and maintain systems and facilities to keep the country safe and functioning.” .

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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NewCold Investing $150M In Major U.S. Expansion

Business Facilities

The Netherlands-based temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution company will create more than 200 new jobs in Lebanon, IN. - Read: NewCold Investing $150M In Major U.S. Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Overcoming Contractor Marketing Challenges

Contractor Bookkeeping

Now that the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, modern consumers no longer depend on television, radio, and print advertisements. We look and go through a plethora of information first, accessed through popular search engines (Google, Bing, and others), before deciding to make a purchase or hire a local service. Technology advancement allowed companies to promote and connect with a larger number of potential consumers than the traditional, physical presence of a brick-and-m

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A reality simulation platform accommodates multiple modeling software programs

BD+C

One of the roadblocks to collaboration among AEC firms has been the clunkiness of trying to reconcile different modeling and simulation software plug-ins. Nvidia, a Santa Clara, Calif.-based technology company that designs graphics processing units (GPU) for gaming and professional markets, thinks it’s come up with a solution: Omniverse, which Nvidia describes as the first RTX-based 3D simulation platform that fuses the physical and virtual worlds in real time.

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Demand for Outdoor Kitchens Remains Strong

Pro Builder

Demand for Outdoor Kitchens Remains Strong. cbroderick. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 09:14. The cool fall days and even colder winter months are here, but that does not mean outdoor entertainment is closed for the year. Outdoor spaces have experienced surges of renovations and remodels this past summer as a result of the pandemic. And as CDC guidelines recommend remaining outdoors versus indoors for any small gatherings, that becomes more difficult in the winter.

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BIG and Kilo-designed Pegasus Pod transports first Hyperloop passengers

BD+C

After a year of close collaboration between Virgin Hyperloop, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and Kilo Design, the Pegasus Pod has become the first manned and fully functional system for Hyperloop travel after a successful test in the Nevada desert.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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PennDOT Looks to P3's to Tackle Major Bridge Backlog

ENR Construction

Facing a multi-billion-dollar highway maintenance funding gap, the Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation will consider the use of public-private partnerships to address its growing backlog of major bridge reconstruction and rehabilitation projects.

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ARA Forecasts 2021 Rental, Const. Revenue

Construction Equipment

The American Rental Association (ARA) is forecasting a 13 percent decline in equipment and event rental revenue this year compared to 2019, dropping to $48.7 billion in the United States.

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Post-Tensioning Complete as Emergency Repair Continues on West Seattle Bridge

ENR Construction

The Seattle Dept. of Transportation closed the bridge in March due to cracks. Kraemer North America was hired under an emergency contract to stabilize the structure. WSP provided the engineering.

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Starts Up ‘Just’ 4% in 2021: Dodge

Construction Equipment

Total U.S. construction starts will increase 4 percent in 2021, to $771 billion, according to the 2021 Dodge Construction Outlook from Dodge Data & Analytics. “The Covid-19 pandemic and recession has had a profound impact on the U.S.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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2020 Georgia Ports State of the Port: Charting the Course

Business Facilities

Executive Director Griff Lynch presents the Georgia Ports Authority virtual 2020 State of the Port Address, with the latest developments in infrastructure and global trade at the Port of Savannah. - Read: 2020 Georgia Ports State of the Port: Charting the Course at BusinessFacilities.com.

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VMAC On Air Compressor Preferences: Survey

Construction Equipment

VMAC’s 2020 State Of The Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report, which surveyed 205 industry professionals, has revealed the industry’s preferences when it comes to vehicle-mounted air compressors.

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How to Manage Basement Moisture

Pro Builder

How to Manage Basement Moisture. cbroderick. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 09:04. From the attic to the basement, every area of the home has become a living space rather than just the main levels, as once intended. Basements, for one, were used to store vegetables, wood, coal, and were intended to remain dark and unused. To transform the basement into a livable space, moisture needs to be managed, and The Energy and Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) suggests starting by expanding the conditioned space.

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Prinoth Starts Online Training for Techs

Construction Equipment

A new online training tool from Prinoth allows Panther technicians to earn valuable certification from anywhere in the world and from any web-enabled device. The Prinoth Academy e-learning platform is based on conversations with customers who say today’s new challenges require new ways to learn.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Capitalize on New Business Opportunities Through Diversification

Pro Builder

Capitalize on New Business Opportunities Through Diversification. cbroderick. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 09:08. Containing your business and its offerings to a bubble leaves more possibilities for that bubble to burst. The National Association of Home Builders believes that by diversifying offerings, builders can grow their business and, in return, see more profit.

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How to Build a Suspension Bridge | Suspension Bridge Facts | Suspension Bridge-Strength & Weaknesses | Advantages and Disadvantages of a Suspension Bridge

CivilJungle

Introduction of a Suspension Bridge. Suspension bridges are one of the most popular choices in Bridge construction nowadays, due to the numerous advantages a suspension bridge provides over other bridge structures. As the name indicates, a suspension bridge is the one in which the bridge deck slab suspends between two towers , or in other words, in a suspension bridge, the deck slab is hanging between two towers of the bridge.

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What to Know About 'Zoom Room' Design

Pro Builder

What to Know About 'Zoom Room' Design. cbroderick. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 09:22. Joining the list of new homebuyer demands is the Zoom room. A Zoom room is an area of the home dedicated to conducting video conferencing for work, remote learning, or virtual family gatherings. Realtor.com says some agents are using Zoom rooms as selling points in listings.

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USGBC Seeks Feedback for Upcoming Equity Plan

ENR Construction

The U.S. Green Building Council is seeking input to further develop an equity strategy for its green-building programs.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Home Prices Advance 12% Nationally

Pro Builder

Home Prices Advance 12% Nationally. cbroderick. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 08:56. Although uncertainty remains the name of the game, home prices continue to rise. Even through the presidential election, multiple waves of the pandemic, and high unemployment, there seems to be no stopping the housing market. Single-family prices for existing homes increased 12% in the third quarter nationally compared to one year ago, according to Realtor.com.

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Executives With Collapsed Genoa Bridge Operator Arrested in Italy

ENR Construction

Charges center around unsafe installation of acoustic barriers that came to light during investigation into the Polcevera viaduct collapse

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